Paul John Nirvana vs Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Paul John Nirvana
Paul John
★ 3.50
£34

Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£47
| Paul John Nirvana | Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Paul John | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £33.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 3.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Paul John Nirvana
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Paul John Nirvana
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Paul John Nirvana is better value at £34 vs £47.
For beginners: Paul John Nirvana is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Paul John Nirvana
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.95 vs £46.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £33.95)
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John Nirvana is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Mulben?
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Paul John Nirvana
Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)